Stay strong, recover right, and keep doing what you love in Melbourne

Whether you're running along the beach, training at a local gym, or just trying to stay active through the years, nagging pain and recurring injuries shouldn't hold you back.

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Ready to move better?

Visit us in Melbourne

We're located right off Riverview Drive, easy to reach from beachside and west Melbourne.

Our Services

Physical therapy and performance care in Melbourne

One-on-one care designed around your goals, not insurance timelines.

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Performance Physical Therapy

One-on-one sessions that combine hands-on treatment with movement-focused programming so you recover well, build resilience, and stay in the game for years to come.

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Injury Recovery & Rehab

Get back to training without lingering pain or fear of re-injury.

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Performance Recovery & Programming

Our "Athlete for Life” Memberships support athletes and active adults with proactive care and individualized programming for long-term performance and durability.

Trusted by Active Adults in Melbourne

Smart programming and recovery strategies to help you train consistently without breaking down.

I’ve been working with Tropic Athlete for the last few months to address a back injury. Matt has been incredibly thorough in his diagnosis, treatment, and most of all education regarding the cause of my problem. I’ve mastered better form and learned many stretches and exercises that have led to a significant improvement in my back pain…. I’m now ready to start lifting again, cautiously! Tropic Athlete came highly recommended by several friends at my gym and I couldn’t be happier!
Heather Hoehl
Truly amazing person. Thank you for your help Dr. Martin, I feel so much better and still in therapy but my mobility, just everything has improved the past few weeks. He’s very knowledgeable, professional, and experienced. 10/10. Also, the therapy room is clean and very calming. Thank you!
Ashly Ann
Matt took the time to fully evaluate how my body moved. This led to him diagnosing the actual issues with my form while exercising that contributed to my injuries. Matt has methodically worked with me to chip away at correcting my deficiencies. His knowledge has improved my quality of life dramatically. I highly recommend visiting Matt for his knowledge and expertise.
Me Me
Matt is so wonderful to work with. I have a brachial plexus injury in one arm and a slap tear in my other shoulder. He listened to my concerns and helped work to increase my range of motion and reduce pain and build up other muscles. He gave me helpful exercises and printouts so I could do them on my own. He used techniques no other PT had used, such as dry needling and cupping. And explained all the benefits of each. I notice a difference after a few sessions with him and continue the exercises he taught me.
Megan Wallace
It was great working with Matt. He helped me reduce the pain in my knee and low back and greatly improved my mobility. I enjoy playing Pickleball and my ability to move while I play is much better as is my recovery afterward. I highly recommend using Tropic Athlete, he evaluates and works with the whole body, not isolating a single joint or body part.
Sally Neely
I’m grateful for Matt’s help. I came to Tropic Athlete therapy with very bad lower back pain a few months ago, and I could not perform the exercises that I used to do. After 11 sessions, now, I am able to get back to gym, and by following the exercises Matt taught me, I feel my lower back is getting stronger, and my body is getting more balanced. I would recommend Matt to the ones who are looking for a good PT!
Shangda Li

FAQs

Here are answers to questions we hear from active adults and athletes in the Melbourne area.

Do you take insurance for physical therapy in Melbourne FL?

We're a cash-based practice, which means we don't bill insurance. This allows us to spend more time with you one-on-one and focus on what actually works for your goals without the limitations of insurance-driven care models.

How long does a typical visit last?

Most sessions are around 45-60 minutes, giving us plenty of time to work hands-on, assess movement, and guide you through exercises tailored to your needs.

How soon can I get an appointment?

We usually have availability within a few days. Call us at (321) 294-9100 or book online, and we'll get you scheduled quickly.

Still have questions?

Reach out and we'll walk you through how our approach works.

Visit us in Melbourne

We're located right off Riverview Drive, easy to reach from beachside and west Melbourne.

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